Overview
- Metallica included a cover of Tom Jones’ 1968 hit "Delilah" during their mid-set "Kirk and Rob Doodle" at Principality Stadium on Sunday, June 28, 2026, with bassist Robert Trujillo leading a singalong.
- The Welsh Rugby Union first removed the song from its half-time playlist in 2015 and in 2023 formally told guest choirs not to sing it at internationals because its lyrics describe a man killing his partner.
- The WRU has said it "condemns domestic violence of any kind" and that it sought expert advice before restricting choir performances of the song at stadium rugby events.
- Sir Tom Jones has publicly defended "Delilah," saying it should not be taken literally and that he enjoys hearing crowds sing it, a position cited in coverage of the concert.
- The episode highlights a wider clash between local cultural tradition and venue content rules, and could prompt renewed public debate about where those limits apply and whether stadium policies should cover non-sporting events.